AP Physics 1 Flashcards: Work

Study Work in AP Physics 1 with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Define the term 'conservative force'.

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ANSWER

A force with work independent of path, e.g., gravity. Work depends only on initial and final positions.

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This deck focuses on Work, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for AP Physics 1.

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Work through these flashcards in short sessions. Try to answer each prompt before flipping the card, then revisit any cards you miss until the explanation feels automatic.

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A cart moves

3.0\,\text{m}

to the left on a horizontal track. A constant applied force of

4.0\,\text{N}

acts to the left, in the same direction as the displacement. What is the sign of the work done by the applied force on the cart?

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